Fingerstyle and classical guitarist
$500 starting price
Ryan Valentine
MUSICIAN
Ryan is a classical and fingerstyle guitar player based in Brighton, CO. This talented musician has enjoyed a successful career, having played at many of CO's most iconic venues and earned many awards along the way. He is thrilled to share his gift for earthy, soulful performances with couples celebrating their weddings in The Centennial State.
Ryan's love for music began at a very young age and only grew over the years as he explored more genres and musical styles. His passion led him to pursue a degree in music business and classical guitar at The University of Northern Colorado. This experience helped him to transform a natural talent into a thriving career. He is inspired musically by renowned artists, such as Tommy Emmanuel, Chet Atkins, and Joe Robinson, but his sound is truly his own. He takes pride in his ability to tailor his setlist to a couple's preferences, achieving a meaningful performance that surpasses their expectations.
Ryan specializes in song covers of all genres. He uses his unique fingerstyle playing to put his own twist on tunes that every crowd knows. He is also happy to include his original pieces in his setlists upon request! Couples looking for a young, innovative musician to play at their wedding ceremony, reception, cocktail hour, or after party can contact Ryan Valentine today.
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Instruments
Guitar
Music Genres
Classical
Music Services
Live Music
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
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Ryan Valentine
Musician
Ryan is a 24 year old guitar player based out of Brighton, Colorado. He graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a bachelor's in music business while studying classical guitar. He has been playing music around Colorado for the past four years, including weddings, funerals, coffee shops, bars, farmer's markets, and business parties.
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5.0
out of 5.010 reviews
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Ryan is highly praised by several reviewers as a phenomenal wedding musician who added elegance and beauty to their special day. Clients appreciated his professionalism, versatility, and willingness to accommodate special requests, including learning new songs and traveling to unconventional locations. Ryan's communication, talent, and ability to create the perfect ambiance consistently earned him glowing reviews and recommendations for couples seeking a memorable musical experience for their weddings.- Top reviews
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Tony S
5.0
9/26/2024
I cannot say enough good things about Ryan. My wife and I got married in Lyons, CO last summer, and decided to hire Ryan after hearing his samples. 100% the right decision. His guitar playing was gorgeous, and he had great range and versatility in terms of what styles and songs he was able to play. Both his cover arrangements and his own personal compositions were fantastic. We even gave him two rather last minute song requests, and he not only learned them, but made his own arrangements. On top of this, he was professional, warm, a timely communicator, and his rates were reasonable. We had multiple guests come up to us afterward and compliment Ryan. I would 10/10 choose him again.
Lynne R
5.0
9/06/2024
Ryan was an INCREDIBLE addition to our welcome party! He was so easy to work with and provided wonderful ambience. I would highly recommend him for your event!
response 09/09/2024
Thank you for hosting a beautiful welcome party for the wedding weekend!
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YUAN FANG H
5.0
8/27/2024
Your performance added a beautiful and memorable touch to our special day. We received so many compliments about the music, and it truly helped create the perfect atmosphere. We’re so grateful for your talent and professionalism. We requested Ryan to stay extra late and to use his microphone and he was accommodating. We really appreciate him and would recommend him for everyone! :)
response 08/27/2024
Thank you for including me in your beautiful night! I really enjoyed the event
Steven E
5.0
8/04/2024
We had an adventure elopement in Colorado. This unconventional approach meant that we needed a musician who could meet us at an Airbnb in the middle of nowhere, then drive 30 minutes with us to the mountains to take some pictures, and then drive another 30 minutes and hike with us to the location where we would read our vows.
Ryan was willing to take on that challenge. His music was an important part of our special day.
response 08/05/2024
Thank you for your review, Steven. I had a great time helping with your adventurous day!
Jay L
5.0
4/05/2024
Ryan is the best guitarist we’ve ever heard! He truly added a beautiful element to our wedding celebration. He was professional, courteous and delivered exactly what we wanted for our ceremony. He gladly learned our favorite song and played it perfectly! I can’t recommend this artist enough.
response 04/10/2024
Thank you for inviting me to play! I really enjoyed it
Angela W
5.0
9/22/2023
We hired Ryan to play acoustic guitar as guests arrived to our ceremony and as I walked down the aisle. Leading up to the wedding, Ryan was super communicative and easy to work with. He had to learn the song I walked down the aisle to. Once he learned it, he sent me a video and it was even better than I expected! On the wedding day everything went super smooth and he sounded great! I highly recommend Ryan as a wedding musician.
response 06/18/2024
Thank you for your review! I had fun learning songs specific to your wedding
Kim P
5.0
8/19/2023
Ryan is a wonderful musician. His instrumentals were beautiful and perfect for our ceremony and reception. He was prompt and professional. He was willing to learn two songs that we requested and sent demos ahead of time. Couldn’t be happier with our choice!
response 06/18/2024
I loved learning those songs for you! I had a great time, thanks again
Daniel T
5.0
6/16/2023
I recently had the pleasure of hiring Ryan Valentine, an exceptional classical guitarist, for my wedding ceremony, and I am thrilled to share my experience. From the moment we made contact, it was evident that I had stumbled upon a true professional in Ryan. He was punctual, helpful, flexible, and brought all of his own equipment, creating a seamless and enchanting atmosphere.
Ryan's talent and expertise were evident throughout the entire process. He tailored his repertoire to our preferences precisely. On the day of the ceremony, Ryan's ethereal sound and impeccable technique added the perfect ambiance. With his pleasant demeanor and unwavering professionalism, Ryan seamlessly blended into the festivities, ensuring a truly unforgettable experience. I highly recommend Ryan Valentine, this exceptional classical guitarist, to anyone seeking to add a touch of beauty and elegance to their special occasions.
response 06/18/2024
Thank you so much Daniel! You had a beautiful wedding, I was glad to be a part of it.
Mallory G
5.0
5/04/2023
We hired Ryan to play our ceremony music and cocktail hour. He was easy to communicate with and was very efficient with the management of all his equipment. The music was fantastic and it was exactly what we were looking for!
response 06/18/2024
Thank you Mallory! I had a blast at your wedding, it was a pleasure to play for you.
Tommi U
5.0
4/18/2023
We decided to hire Ryan for our wedding and 100% worth it! He played the whole time while all our guests showed up for the ceremony! He also learned three different songs that my husband and I chose that were special for us- they played when the bridal party walked out, when my father and I walked out and after my husband and I finally tied the knot! He went completely up and beyond for my husband and I! The fact that he was open to learning all new songs to make sure our wedding and time with our closest friends and family was perfect meant so much! He was super responsive and easy to work with. Along with that, he also showed up to the rehearsal to go through the timeline, which was amazing! He got SO many compliments from guests throughout the whole night! I highly recommend working with Ryan for your special day!
response 06/18/2024
Thank you Tommi! This was a beautiful venue and I loved providing music for you!
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